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HG05 WCO

2005 BMW R1200

White Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,131 mi
Last recorded29,131 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW R120026,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 WCO
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 29,131 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 28,673 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 28,171 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 27,664 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 27,561 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 27,441 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 27,224 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 26,990 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 26,786 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 24,663 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 24,484 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 24,128 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 19,426 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 19,426 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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HG05 WCO is a 2005 BMW R1200 in White with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 26,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG05 WCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG05 WCO?

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What year was HG05 WCO registered?

HG05 WCO is a 2005 BMW R1200, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is HG05 WCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 WCO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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